Sam Menegola
Missed the win over St Kilda due to suspension but is available to take on the Magpies on Sunday. Given his form in his most recent match against Hawthorn it seems likely he will come straight back into the AFL team.

Lincoln McCarthy
Was sidelined by groin soreness on the weekend. Is considered likely to be fit for this weekend's action, the question being whether he plays in the VFL or AFL.

Tom Ruggles
Recovered from the concussion he suffered against Hawthorn in round four but was then dropped from the AFL side. Ended up not playing at any level due to being the carryover emergency for the AFL team's clash with St Kilda.

Josh Cowan
Also didn't play at any level on the weekend due to achilles soreness. Will be tested on the training track this week.

Jed Bews
Was the VFL Cats' best player in their loss to Port Melbourne at Simonds Stadium on Saturday, tallying 24 disposals, four marks and four tackles.

Rhys Stanley
Was among the VFL Cats' best players in the loss to the Borough. Finished with 20 disposals, six marks and 27 hit-outs.